Ocean whitefish
Caulolatilus princeps
Where at Shedd?
Oceans
| Diet | Small fishes, octopuses, squid, worms, shrimp and crabs |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 40 inches (102 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Eastern Pacific |
| Habitat | Rocky, muddy and sandy bottoms in the eastern Pacific Ocean from British Columbia, Canada to Peru, South America |
Did you know?
- You might see the ocean whitefish swimming near the surface under the kelp forest canopy. In nature, this fish keeps to itself, diving into its rocky burrow when threatened.
- The ocean whitefish is mostly white, but look closely—you’ll see a yellow line or streak along each of its fins.